Octopus Skyscrapers and Butterflies

Transformative Techniques

Mabel Jox

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Regent of the Arts Canada
30 August 2024

Architecture; Parodies & spoofs; Wildlife: aquatic creatures

Discover the fascinating world of transformative architecture and its evolution through the integration of octopus and butterfly strategies, as you explore the challenges and opportunities in contemporary architecture, biomimicry insights, case studies, and future prospects in this thought-provoking book.

By: Mabel Jox
Imprint: Regent of the Arts Canada
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 290g
ISBN: 9781779617071
ISBN 10: 1779617070
Pages: 212
Publication Date: 30 August 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Mabel Jox is a visionary of the absurd and the profound, an author who straddles the line between surrealist humor and deep philosophical insight. Her works, like Cucumber Umbrellas and Peanuts: Transformative Advances and Jellybeans and Socks: Global Perspectives, are a whirlwind of unexpected pairings and whimsical perspectives that pull readers into a world where the improbable makes perfect sense. Her style is playful yet meaningful, offering readers both laughter and an exploration of the complexities of the human condition.Mabel's writing blends psychology, sustainability, and cultural commentary, as seen in titles like Bubbles and Volcanoes: Mental Health Approaches and Cranes and Blenders: Sustainability Methods. Whether she's examining the psychological benefits of Ladders, Elephants, and Cupcakes or diving into Revolutionary Advances in Marshmallows and Scarves, Mabel Jox invites readers to rethink the world in ways that feel both lighthearted and transformative.Drawing inspiration from everything from Space Boats and Trees to Sustainability Techniques for Giraffes and Calendars, Mabel finds the profound in the peculiar. Her works are beloved for their unique ability to make the abstract and absurd relatable, turning everyday objects and animals into metaphors for life's bigger challenges. With an innate ability to blend humor and wisdom, Mabel has built a loyal following of readers who appreciate her fresh, quirky approach to both serious and playful topics.